Sacramento Kings @ Memphis Grizzlies Picks and Predictions - February 23rd 2026
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Sacramento Kings (22-60) head to at FedExForum to square off with Memphis Grizzlies (25-57) on Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 1:00 AM CT. The market has Grizzlies favoured by 2.5 and the total at 233.5. This matchup offers a clear betting decision on both the side and the total.
The last five games give bettors one more practical layer before making a pick. From here, the preview moves through the best side and total angles, then uses player, injury, and prop context to test whether that read holds, and if you are shopping prices across operators, our best online sportsbooks for NBA betting guide helps you shop for the right book and price.
Betting lines for Sacramento Kings at Memphis Grizzlies
Sacramento Kings has a context-first setup here, and the last five read as last-five ATS: 2-3-0 with extra texture from average margin: -114. Use Sacramento Kings game lines for a reliable reference while the market finalizes closer to tip.
The home read leans not as much on one-game variance, and Memphis Grizzlies brings last-five ATS: 4-1-0 with a handy companion stat: last-five over-under: 3-2-0. If you are validating a late move, Memphis Grizzlies game lines offers a direct view that stays current.
-140 
2.5 -110 
Top Usage% Leaders for Sacramento Kings at Memphis Grizzlies: Who Drives Possessions
The top usage role here is held by Ty Jerome (Memphis Grizzlies), and the table below ties that to the box-score and shooting splits. Their short profile: Min 23, Usage% 32.8, 19.7 PPG, 2.8 RPG, 5.7 APG, TS% 61.6, eFG% 57.2, +/- -3, and TO/G 1.8.
Sacramento Kings lists Russell Westbrook (26), Malik Monk (24.1), and Devin Carter (23.6), and Memphis Grizzlies lists Ty Jerome (32.8), Ja Morant (32.6), and Jaren Jackson Jr. (25.7), and this breakdown highlights the touch hierarchy. A more tight top line usually means heavier on-ball responsibility for the primary option, while a flat top three can signal more shared creation and easier rotation coverage if one piece is limited.
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| Team | Player | Min | Usage% | PPG | RPG | APG | TS% | eFG% | +/- | TO/G |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sacramento Kings | Russell Westbrook | 29 | 26 | 15.2 | 5.4 | 6.7 | 52.8 | 50.3 | -7.1 | 3.3 |
| Sacramento Kings | Malik Monk | 22 | 24.1 | 12.5 | 1.9 | 3 | 56.8 | 53.6 | -4.1 | 1.5 |
| Sacramento Kings | Devin Carter | 18 | 23.6 | 8.9 | 3.3 | 2.7 | 50.8 | 46.6 | -3 | 1.4 |
| Memphis Grizzlies | Ty Jerome | 23 | 32.8 | 19.7 | 2.8 | 5.7 | 61.6 | 57.2 | -3 | 1.8 |
| Memphis Grizzlies | Ja Morant | 28 | 32.6 | 19.4 | 3.3 | 8.1 | 52.1 | 44.1 | -2.5 | 3.5 |
| Memphis Grizzlies | Jaren Jackson Jr. | 31 | 25.7 | 19.2 | 5.8 | 1.9 | 57.4 | 53.4 | -2.5 | 2.2 |
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Days since last game is flat (2 vs 2), so the call tilts on travel tax and schedule density. Sacramento Kings is off the stiffer test by this metric (71.9 vs 53.4), which can raise the bar on what "normal" looks like.
When last-7 games is level (0 vs 0), schedule density is not the primary driver compared with travel. Memphis Grizzlies has the larger mileage load since the last game (872.5 vs 558.2), and that tax can show in early rhythm and after halftime. With last-7 travel miles balanced (0 vs 0), the weekly travel picture does not tilt much.
| Metric | Sacramento Kings | Memphis Grizzlies |
|---|---|---|
| Days since last game | 2 | 2 |
| Rest advantage vs opponent | 0 | 0 |
| Travel miles since last game | 558.2 | 872.5 |
| Games in last 7 days | 0 | 0 |
| Time zone changes | 0 | 0 |
| Miles travelled last 7 days | 0 | 0 |
| Schedule strength | 37.4 | 43.3 |
| Remaining schedule strength | — | — |
| Previous opponent strength (win %) | 71.9 | 53.4 |
| Next opponent strength (win %) | 38.2 | 20.7 |
Sacramento Kings at Memphis Grizzlies Quick Trends: Last 5 Form, Last 10 Scoring, and Recent Performance
on the five-game read , Memphis Grizzlies looks sharper at 1-4 versus Sacramento Kings at 0-5. over the last 10, those two momentum rows are not cleanly populated, so use them as a simple guide.
| Metric | Sacramento Kings | Memphis Grizzlies |
|---|---|---|
| Last 5 (Form) | ||
| Record (W-L) | 0-5 | 1-4 |
| Win % | 0 | 20 |
| ATS record | 2-3-0 | 4-1-0 |
| Over/Under record | 2-3-0 | 3-2-0 |
| Average margin | -114 | -21 |
| Last 10 (Recent Performance) | ||
| Points per game | 108.1 | 118.8 |
| Points allowed | 122.7 | 124.1 |
| Margin | -146 | -53 |
| FG % | 43.7 | 48.2 |
| 3PT % | 29.9 | 36.8 |
Season Profile Comparison: Sacramento Kings vs Memphis Grizzlies
These tables are grouped to make the season profile easier to scan. Each category is anchored to two key stats, since that’s usually where you can tell which side has the cleaner path if the game follows form.
Record & Scoring
Memphis Grizzlies sits ahead on win rate (32.5) and point margin (-6), which is usually the clearest indicator of consistent scoring control. If the game stays close, Sacramento Kings needs to avoid multi-minute droughts, because that’s where margin edges usually land.
| Metric | Sacramento Kings | Memphis Grizzlies |
|---|---|---|
| Record (W-L) | 22-60 | 25-57 |
| Win Percentage | 17.1 | 32.5 |
| Points For | 111 | 114.7 |
| Points Against | 121 | 120.7 |
| Points Margin | -10 | -6 |
Efficiency
Efficiency points to Memphis Grizzlies on both key stats: shooting efficiency (111.6) and field goal efficiency (53.3). In close games, that usually shows up as fewer empty trips when the offense gets stuck late in the clock.
| Metric | Sacramento Kings | Memphis Grizzlies |
|---|---|---|
| Field Goal % | 0.7 | 0.7 |
| Three-Point % | 0.2 | 0.2 |
| Shooting Efficiency | 107.6 | 111.6 |
| Field Goal Efficiency | 52.5 | 53.3 |
| Free Throw Rate | 0.3 | 0.3 |
| Three-Point Rate | 0.3 | 0.4 |
| Free Throw % | 0.8 | 0.8 |
Tempo, Ratings & Turnovers
The two drivers point opposite ways—Memphis Grizzlies on net rating (-6.1), Sacramento Kings on ball security (13.7). If Memphis Grizzlies doesn’t force mistakes, the turnover edge can keep this matchup tighter than the rating suggests.
| Metric | Sacramento Kings | Memphis Grizzlies |
|---|---|---|
| Pace | 101.8 | 104.1 |
| Net Rating | -9 | -6.1 |
| Offensive Rating | 109 | 109.7 |
| Defensive Rating | 118 | 115.8 |
| Turnovers Per Game | 13.7 | 14.6 |
Rebounding, Ball Movement & Disruption
This category points both ways: offensive boards favor Sacramento Kings (0.3), but steals favor Memphis Grizzlies (8.8). If Memphis Grizzlies converts takeaways into quick points, it can outweigh a second-chance gap.
| Metric | Sacramento Kings | Memphis Grizzlies |
|---|---|---|
| Rebounds Per Game | 42.3 | 42.1 |
| Offensive Rebounds | 0.3 | 0.2 |
| Defensive Rebounds | 0.7 | 0.7 |
| Assists Per Game | 25.5 | 27.8 |
| Assist Rate | 61.5 | 67.3 |
| Steals Per Game | 8 | 8.8 |
| Blocks Per Game | 4.5 | 4.8 |
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Sacramento Kings at Memphis Grizzlies Head-to-Head History
The most recent meeting is a simple guide: Kings secured 132-122, with a 10 margin. The series table below ties that result to the larger head-to-head record.
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Last meeting score | 132-122 |
| Last meeting winner | Kings |
| Last meeting margin | 10 |
| Side | Meetings | Wins | Losses | Average margin | Total points | ATS record | Over/Under record |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Away | 4 | 3 | 1 | -6 | 240 | 0-3-0 | 1-2-0 |
| Home | 4 | 1 | 3 | 6 | 240 | 3-0-0 | 1-2-0 |
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Spend $10 Get 200 in Bonus Picks Sacramento Kings at Memphis Grizzlies Picks, Predictions, and Betting Takeaways
- Game script (pace): Memphis Grizzlies is set up to press tempo, but Sacramento Kings benefits if it can steady possessions and keep the game in the half-court. The initial pace hint tends to follows the total.
- Efficiency edge (side): On the season profile, it tilts to Memphis Grizzlies when the possession battle stays tidier and the glass does not leak. Those added possessions can turn the number.
- Late filters (availability + market): The last piece is who actually plays and how the spot looks, since those factors can shift the closing lineup choices. If the market has moved, let it be a cue to validate assumptions instead of pushing a stance.
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